The Los Angeles Angels have announced that right-handed pitcher Jack Kochanowicz has been placed on the injured list, suffering from inflammation in his right elbow. This development comes on the heels of a challenging performance where Kochanowicz conceded seven runs in the opening inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers. His placement on the IL necessitated a corresponding roster adjustment, with left-hander Sam Aldegheri being recalled from the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees.
The 25-year-old Kochanowicz's recent struggles have seen his season record dip to 2-5, accompanied by an earned run average of 6.05 following his last outing. Despite an encouraging start to the season, where he posted a 2-0 record with a 3.09 ERA through his initial six starts, his performance has significantly declined since May, recording a 9.62 ERA over his subsequent seven appearances as a starter.
Throughout his three seasons with the Angels organization, Kochanowicz has compiled an overall record of 7 wins and 22 losses, with a career ERA of 5.84 across 47 starts.
Conversely, 24-year-old Aldegheri has demonstrated a more favorable start to his current season with the Angels, holding a 1-0 record with a 2.45 ERA over three appearances, including one start. Over parts of three seasons, Aldegheri, who holds the distinction of being the first major league pitcher born and raised in Italy, has a cumulative record of 2-4 with a 5.26 ERA in 10 appearances, six of which were starts. Earlier this spring, Aldegheri was also a key member of Italy's team in the World Baseball Classic, where he recorded a 1-0 record and a 3.00 ERA in two starts during the tournament.
In summary, the Angels are navigating a pitching challenge with Kochanowicz's elbow injury, prompting a call-up for Aldegheri. Kochanowicz's promising early-season form has faltered, while Aldegheri steps in with recent positive performances, both in the minors and during international competition.
